Delhi University (DU) released the results for the mid-entry and third-round seat allocations today, leading to widespread confusion and frustration among students and parents. The university announced the combined results for both mid-entry and third-round seat allocations at around 3:30 PM, which caught many off guard. In this article, we’ll cover DU CSAS Round 3 Seat Allocation Result: Why Cut Off Too High?
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Mid-Entry and Third Round Seat Allocation: An Unexpected Twist
Parents and students were left perplexed as the cut-off marks, which were expected to decrease, surged unexpectedly. A parent, speaking to us over the phone, expressed his discontent: “We have been waiting for the seat allocation, and now we see that the cut-off has gone up instead of down!” In one instance, a student’s cut-off, which was previously four marks short for a course at Motilal Nehru College, has now jumped to 750 marks.
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Lack of Transparency in Seat Allocation
The release of the results before the scheduled time of 5:30 PM further fueled speculation and concerns among applicants. Many students and parents took to social media, claiming a lack of transparency in the seat allocation process. Some even referred to the process as a “scam.” Emails and comment boxes were filled with complaints questioning the fairness of the allocations. Despite this uproar, DU officials were reportedly unresponsive to queries from students and parents until late evening.
The Role of Mid-Entry in the Controversy
A significant reason behind the confusion is the university’s mid-entry process. It allowed candidates who missed the first seat allocation, either due to non-payment of fees or other reasons, to participate in the current round. Additionally, students with high scores in the CUET who did not fill out their preferences on time or had their admission rejected due to documentation issues were given another chance.
DU, however, did not clarify how many seats were allocated to mid-entry candidates and how many to those in the third round, causing further concern among students awaiting their results.
The Numbers Speak: Seat Allocation Data
According to data released by DU, the total number of confirmed admissions before the third round was 74,133. After the third round, this number decreased slightly to 44,312, reflecting a decline as candidates withdrew from their seats. The current confusion also stems from a sharp increase in cut-off marks for some courses, which has left many students worried about their chances of securing admission.
What’s Next for DU and the Students?
The sudden changes in seat allocation and cut-off marks have left many students wondering about their future options. Will DU conduct a spot round for admissions? Or will they open admissions based on Class 12 results as per UGC guidelines? These are the pressing questions for many candidates.
DU’s decision to conduct a third round, despite having announced that only two rounds would be held, has added to the controversy. Many students are now questioning the purpose of the third round if the university does not intend to allocate seats through it.
DU’s Response: Awaited and Necessary
DU needs to address these concerns with clear communication and transparency. The university must explain why the cut-offs increased unexpectedly and how the mid-entry candidates affected the overall allocation. An official response is awaited to clarify these issues and assure students of a fair and transparent process.
As of now, it remains unclear what the university’s next steps will be, but students and parents hope for more transparency and a clearer explanation of the admissions process.
